A bald eagle flies through the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve in November, 2025. Most weeks between September and December, Stacie Evans drives up the Haines highway, counting bald eagles through ...
A bald eagle heads toward a mountain stream and a lunch of salmon a few months ago near Ketchikan, Alaska. (Photo by Art Smith) It used to be extremely rare to spot a bald eagle along the area rivers.
Featured on the Great Seal of the United States since 1782, the bald eagle has become a majestic symbol for the country, but it didn't officially become the national bird until December 2024. The bird ...
SEATTLE — You might say Alaska has a competitive advantage when it comes to wildlife. From lush rainforests to icy coastal waters, this state delivers on a scale that's hard to match. "You know, there ...